Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Homemade Mexican Pizza, a delectable dish that combines crispy tortillas with savory seasoned beef and an array of fresh toppings. Perfect for family gatherings, casual dinners, or a quick weeknight meal, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also highly customizable to suit your taste. With layers of deliciousness, including melted cheese and zesty enchilada sauce, each bite offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 6 medium flour tortillas
- 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded pepper-jack cheese
- 1 Roma tomato, diced
- 1 green onion, diced
- 1 small can sliced black olives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and spray two baking sheets with non-stick spray.
- Arrange three tortillas on each sheet and bake for about 3-5 minutes until golden; flip and continue baking until crispy.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water; bring to a boil then simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Heat refried beans in a microwave-safe bowl for 1-2 minutes.
- Spread beans on one tortilla, layer with beef mixture, another tortilla, then top with enchilada sauce, cheeses, tomato, green onion, and olives.
- Repeat layering with remaining tortillas for three stacks total.
- Bake assembled pizzas for an additional five minutes or until cheese melts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (135g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different toppings such as bell peppers or jalapeños. Ensure tortillas are well-crisped to prevent sogginess from toppings.